2026 Masters: Favorites, Odds, Schedule, How to Watch, Streaming

The 2026 Masters is just around the corner, kicking off on April 9 at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club. The tournament starts with the honorary starters ceremony at 6:30 a.m. CT, followed by the first round at 7 a.m. Excitement is high as the world’s best golfers compete for a piece of the $26 million purse.

Masters week is packed with events leading up to the main tournament. Practice rounds take place from April 6-8, with the famous Champions Dinner on April 7. The fun continues with the traditional Par 3 Contest after the final practice rounds on April 8.

When it comes to favorites, Scottie Scheffler is leading the pack with +500 odds-to-win, closely followed by Jon Rahm at +950 and Bryson DeChambeau at +1,000. Defending champion Rory McIlroy is in the mix at +1,100, along with Ludvig Aberg rounding out the top five favorites at +1,500.

Unfortunately, fans will not see Tiger Woods on the green this year. Following a car crash in March, Woods has decided to take a break from golf to focus on his health. Despite his absence, the tournament promises plenty of thrilling moments and top-notch competition.

For those looking to catch the action, here’s how to watch the Masters: On April 9 and 10, tune in to Prime Video from noon to 2 p.m. CT, then switch to ESPN from 2-6:30 p.m. CT. On April 11 and 12, follow the third and fourth rounds on Paramount+ from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CT, and CBS from 1-6 p.m. CT.

Get ready for an unforgettable week of golf as the 2026 Masters unfolds at one of the most prestigious courses in the world. Tune in to watch history in the making and see which player will claim the coveted green jacket this year.